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The Web as a platform

October 11, 2005 12:00am PDT

As a gross over-generalisation, software developers don't care much for the latest trends in fashion.

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Choosing a blog server

October 8, 2004 12:28pm PDT

Want to build your very own blog server? David McAmis takes a look at the options available and key considerations before jumping into the task.

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The key to making applications discoverable

February 7, 2012 1:18pm PST

In application development, discoverability is how easily a user can find a feature or function. Read tips on making applications discoverable, and learn when you may need to apply the 80/20 rule.

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How to make backup files that never exceed a predefined size

February 7, 2012 12:20pm PST

Marco Fioretti offers a script that you can use to create backups that don't exceed a certain file size, making it easier to spread backups across various storage media or services.

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How to revamp your website on a small budget

February 7, 2012 4:59am PST

In this day and age where a website is the main source of information for customers about a business, you cannot afford to leave it to chance.

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Four Social Media IT rules to live by

February 7, 2012 4:01am PST

The majority of big companies don't have a social media department or employee designated just to deal with social media. That means the buck stops with you. Here's how to come up with a plan in...

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Apple, Facebook, and how 'open' went out of style in tech

February 7, 2012 2:02pm PST

The two hottest companies in the tech world are arguably both succeeding because they are a reaction to the problems of open ecosystems.

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What to consider before charging clients for canceled appointments

February 7, 2012 12:18pm PST

Before you implement a policy of charging clients for canceling appointments, read these salient points on the subject by Chip Camden.

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Earth to Microsoft: Please stop changing your product names

February 7, 2012 11:17am PST

Deb Shinder wants Microsoft to pick a name and stick with it and to stop confusing their customers.

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The top 20(ish) geek holidays to celebrate in 2012

February 3, 2012 7:13am PST

Every day is a great day to be a geek, but these subcultural holidays double down on the dorkiness for infinitely more fun.

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Capacity testing for your cloud application

February 7, 2012 9:00am PST

Nick Hardiman goes over some tasks that will help you test the capacity needed for your cloud application and offers a few tips to keep in mind as you measure.

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Google Docs gets custom text and header styling at last

February 7, 2012 8:37am PST

Google Docs has a new feature that will allow you to create custom styles and headings that you can use any time you want.

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Launch Word with the most recently used document

February 7, 2012 8:09am PST

Show users how to open the most recently used file when launching Word. Or, provide them with a shortcut that does the same thing.

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Can iPads in the office save you money? Politicians think so.

February 7, 2012 6:59am PST

More evidence is emerging that deploying tablets can cut costs, this time in the form of the results of a trial by the UK parliament.

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Juvenile cyber-delinquency: Laws that are turning kids into criminals

February 7, 2012 6:00am PST

Deb Shinder considers the problem of juvenile delinquency when it concerns kids and computers. Do we need a better strategy for dealing with juvenile cybercrime? Take the opinion poll.

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Get coding advice with HTML5 Please

February 7, 2012 6:00am PST

Ryan Boudreaux profiles the website HTML5 Please, a handy resource to help you choose the newest features of HTML5 to implement.

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Office solution: How to select a specific cell when returning to a sheet

February 2, 2012 11:43am PST

This week, learn the solution to the challenge: What's the easiest way to select a specific cell when you return to a specific sheet?

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Changing demographics require new leadership styles

February 7, 2012 4:06am PST

The role of women in the organization is changing and the role of men in the home has shifted. John M. McKee explains why these changes are the beginning of a new model that will be with us for...

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Geek Gifts 2012: The Elder Scrolls V - Skyrim

February 6, 2012 1:44pm PST

The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is one of the most remarkable open-world RPGs ever produced and is destined to become a landmark game.

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10 Things Call for Feedback: Who is the best person you ever worked with?

February 6, 2012 11:30am PST

Have you ever worked with someone who had a major positive impact on your life, your job, and/or your outlook? Share your story with the rest of us.

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